Office Manager

Job Description

Office Manager | Whiteley | £30-35K depending on experience+ 25 Days Holiday + Life Assurance + Free Parking | Full-Time | Permanent

Are you a highly organised Office Manager who enjoys keeping a busy office running smoothly, efficiently, and professionally? Do you thrive in a hands-on role where no two days are the same and you’re the go-to person for solving problems and supporting the wider business? Workshop Recruitment is supporting a growing business in the search for an experienced Office Manager to join their team in Whiteley. This is a varied and hands-on role responsible for the day-to-day running of the office, supporting facilities, fleet coordination, health and safety, reception overflow, and wider operational administration. The successful Office Manager will play a key role in ensuring the office environment remains safe, well-organised, and fully operational, while also supporting project teams and internal stakeholders with a range of practical and administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day office operations, supplies, and equipment
• Oversee service contracts, subscriptions, and supplier relationships
• Coordinate office maintenance, repairs, cleaning, and utilities
• Manage general office health and safety administration and compliance
• Oversee company vehicle fleet servicing, maintenance, and records
• Support reception overflow, phone enquiries, and front-of-house duties
• Coordinate accommodation bookings and meeting space arrangements
• Assist with company events, internal functions, and general office queries

Skills & Knowledge Required

• Previous experience in an Office Manager, Facilities, or Operations role
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Confident liaising with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable balancing planned responsibilities with reactive tasks
• Proactive, practical, and solutions-focused approach
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Calm, adaptable, and service-oriented attitude

Benefits and additional information

• 25 days holiday, increasing with service
• Life Assurance covering two years’ salary
• Critical Illness cover with a £10,000 lump sum benefit
• Free parking, including electric car charging points
• Access to Udemy training courses and ongoing internal development
• Staff gym on site
• Regular company-funded social events and team activities
• Based on-site in Whiteley
• Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm